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Soundly based in the research literature and theory, this comprehensive introductory text is a practical guide to teaching physical education to the elementary school child. Its skill theme approach guides teachers in the process of assisting children develop their motor skills and physical fitness through developmentally appropriate activities.

Preface

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PART ONE Introduction and Content Overview

1

(102)

The Value and Purpose of Physical Education for Children

3

(11)

Why Children Need Physical Education

4

(2)

Health Benefits Associated with a Lifetime of Physical Activity

6

(1)

Characteristics of a Quality Physical Education Program

7

(4)

Summary

11

(1)

Reading Comprehension Questions

11

(1)

References/Suggested Readings

12

(2)

The Skill Theme Approach

14

(12)

What Is Developmentally Appropriate Physical Education?

15

(1)

Children Develop at Different Rates

15

(1)

Age Does Not Predict Motor Ability

15

(1)

Children Develop Motor Skills Naturally through Play

15

(1)

The Myth of the Natural Athlete

16

(1)

Difference in Physical Abilities between Boys and Girls

16

(1)

Why Don't You Describe Such Activities as Duck, Duck, Goose and Kick Ball?

16

(1)

What Are Skill Themes?

17

(1)

What Is the Curriculum Diamond?

17

(1)

Building a Foundation (Preschool through Grade 5)

17

(1)

Exploring Possibilities (Grades 6-8)

17

(1)

Developing Expertise (Grades 9-12)

18

(1)

What Are the Characteristics of the Skill Theme Approach?

18

(4)

Characteristic 1

18

(2)

Characteristic 2

20

(1)

Characteristics

21

(1)

Characteristic 4

22

(1)

Is It Difficult to Maintain Youngsters' Interest in a Program That Emphasizes the Fundamentals?

22

(1)

What Does ``Adjusting the Activities'' Mean?

22

(1)

Where Is Physical Fitness in the Skill Theme Approach?

22

(1)

Where Do the Cognitive and Affective Domains Fit into the Skill Theme Approach?

23

(1)

What about Dance and Gymnastics?

23

(1)

How Do Classroom Teachers Feel about the Skill Theme Approach?

24

(1)

How Do Middle (Junior) and High School Physical Education Teachers Feel about the Skill Theme Approach?